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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 13, 1935
Page
1
London records a 53 minute flight by the Comet machine from Croydon to Paris despite terrible weather. Captain Buck Ingham piloted the straight course 220 miles, averaging about 249 miles per hour, throttling down only due to conditions.
The Daily Telegraph reports that at the Strese conference Mr MacDonald announced Britain’s resolve to pursue an armaments agreement under League supervision. Britain seeks German cooperation and a peace arming in Europe while the French draft resolution on reform is discussed and a unanimous vote urged. The French draft may include punitive economic steps against Germany for further treaty breaches. The British stance aligns with the London declaration and a broader commitment to regional security under the League.
Confusing OCR fragments hint at tensions in Japan trade matters. Reportedly fervent petitions and policy concerns stir markets as officials weigh sanctions, tariffs, and export controls amid regional economic strains. Specific places and dates are unclear in the text.
Federal Judge Beeby spoke in Melbourne at the Arbitration Court re opening hearings between the Employers' Association and the Amalgamated Unions. He supported raising industrial margins and noted the lack of complete data to set a precise figure. He suggested a general margin increase to skilled tradesmen at about 3 shillings per week may be within the margin and an agreement would be heard later.
Health Minister Hughes plans to devote recess time to the Jubilee appeal and maternal welfare scheme. He will address NSW women's organisations in Sydney on Tuesday to explain objectives and seek cooperation from Commonwealth groups for raising funds.
The Health Council outlines proposals pending government approval to expand infant welfare centres, link antenatal care with maternal services, reorganize centers, and build new facilities. It calls for maternity wards in metropolitan hospitals, separate wards, subsidization of services, and confidential investigations into stillbirths and infant deaths with permanent media staff in the Health Department.
Worcester mass reports one of the longest wills in state history detailing a 1.76 million dollar Whitin estate. Albert Whitin founder of Whitinville left funds to many, including Lord Howard who received 10,000 dollars and five children 28,000 dollars. Whitin’s relative Whitin Feuree died at 108 and a niece could receive an additional 1000 if she returns to Whitin’s old home at Muskegetbay.
Mise Yelland of Manuka completes post office arrangements for handling recitals at Manuka. The Post Office will open May 1 with hours from 9 am to 7 pm Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings. Daily transfers to D.P.D. will occur with money order bank telegraphic and Tyler phone business available.
A deputation from religious bodies urged tightening liquor regulations to stop drinking at dances. Speakers warned of immorality and doomed outcomes when young men supply drinks to girls. MLA H Bate called for action and promised government review by Police and Chief Secretary to craft public legislation.
The South Wales Cost Owner Association aims to raise at least £100,000 among members to seed a fund for special old age pensions for miners in the region. The Miners Federation plans to contribute £30,000 toward the proposal, seeking long term benefits for those employed in coal.
Driver Joseph McKinnon and his mate Kelkin Connor were badly burned when petrol fumes ignited near a drum on a lorry. McKinnon drove three miles to a sawmill for aid after Connor helped roll him to safety. Both men received hospital treatment for burns to multiple body parts.
Alfred Patrick O'Driscoll, 30, appeared at the Police Court today on a charge of vagrancy. A detective stated he won the affections of a girl and extorted money, prompting the officials to take action.
A deputation from the Association for the Protection of Native Races asked Interior Minister Paterson for better care and development of Ute remnants and mixed heritage groups in the Northern Territory. Paterson pledged government power to act, praising the Territory administration and promising justice for the so called vanishing race amid calls to curb interference and cite demographic figures.
The Commonwealth Parliament concluded a busy session with 21 bills disposed of in 18 sittings, totaling 45 measures addressed. Major items included the growers' Relief Bill, Invalid and Old Age Pensions Bill, Loan Appropriation Bill, Farm Adjustment Bill, and Red Mill Port Augusta line. The session ran before Christmas, with elections looming at year’s end.
A damaged liner refloated after getting stuck in soft mud near Boutham Waters. Crew reports light damage, divers inspect the hull, and tugs are employed to tow the vessel free as the tide shifts this evening.
The Canberra University College annual commencement was held at Albert Hall with Dr. R. E. Priestley delivering the address as Sir Robert Garran presided. Present were William Doyle Fanning and Albert Allan Tregaar, while Kenneth Binns was announced but absent. The ceremony lauded rising enrolment from 46 to 1984, a 75 percent exam success rate, and highlighted temporary university arrangements and future aims for a National University in Canberra.
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